Head of Business & IT

Location:  Ellesmere Park High School

Salary:  MPS/UPS plus TLR 2b (£5,876.60)
Contract and Working Pattern: Permanent, Full Time

Start Date: September 2026

Be Part of Something Vibrant, Inclusive and Proud

Ellesmere Park High School is a vibrant, inclusive and ambitious school at the heart of its community. We are proud of our students, proud of our staff, and proud of the opportunities we provide every day. Our motto, “Be The Best We Can Be,” underpins everything we do, and we are looking for a passionate and committed Head of IT & Business to join our team and help lead our students to success.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and inspiring teacher to lead and develop the IT & Business department, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning, strong student outcomes, and an engaging, forward-thinking curriculum.

Why Join Ellesmere Park High School?
Ellesmere Park is a school where relationships matter. Staff are supportive, students are respectful and enthusiastic, and visitors often comment on the warm and welcoming atmosphere across the school. We are a close-knit community where staff wellbeing, professional development, and collaboration are priorities.

As part of Consilium Academies Trust, staff benefit from a wide range of professional development opportunities, collaboration across schools, and strong support at all stages of their career.

About the Role
The Head of IT & Business will provide strong academic and strategic leadership for the department. The successful candidate will be responsible for curriculum development, teaching and learning, student progress, staff support and development, and the effective use of resources.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Leading and managing the IT & Business department
• Ensuring high-quality teaching and learning across the department
• Monitoring student progress and implementing strategies to improve outcomes
• Developing and refining schemes of work and curriculum plans
• Supporting and mentoring staff within the department
• Managing departmental resources and budgets
• Contributing to whole-school improvement and the wider school community
• Maintaining high standards of behaviour, achievement and engagement

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Hold Qualified Teacher Status and a relevant degree
• Have experience teaching IT and/or Business across KS3 and GCSE
• Be an excellent classroom practitioner with strong subject knowledge
• Have the ability to lead, motivate and inspire both students and staff
• Be committed to inclusion, high standards and student success
• Have strong organisational, leadership and communication skills
• Be passionate about developing innovative teaching and learning

What We Offer:

• A supportive and welcoming school community
• Excellent CPD and career development opportunities
• Opportunities to work collaboratively across the Trust
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Enthusiastic students who are keen to learn
• The opportunity to make a real difference to young people’s lives

Ellesmere Park High School and Consilium Academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An Enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful candidate.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Ellesmere Park High School, please contact Hayley.Silcock@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is Monday 20^th April, 09.00am

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, we encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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